UTME: JAMB Reschedules Exam for over 24,000 Candidates

The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) is the Nigerian agency responsible for conducting entrance examinations for tertiary institutions in Nigeria. The Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME) is the most common and popular examination conducted by JAMB for prospective undergraduate students seeking admission into universities, polytechnics, and colleges of education in Nigeria.

In the 2024 edition of the UTME, a significant number of candidates experienced various challenges during the conduct of their examinations, leading to the need for rescheduling. According to the Registrar of JAMB, Prof. Ishaq Oloyede, a total of 24,535 candidates were affected by the disruptions and have been given the opportunity to retake their examinations.

The reasons for the disruptions varied from technical issues with the Computer Based Testing (CBT) machines to unrests and other forms of disturbances in some examination centers. In some cases, there were reports of candidates being unable to print their examination slips or experiencing network connectivity issues during the exams.

To ensure a fair and just process, JAMB decided to reschedule the exams for the affected candidates to give them another opportunity to demonstrate their academic abilities. The rescheduled examinations were conducted at various centers across the country to accommodate as many candidates as possible.

It is essential to note that the rescheduling of exams is not a new phenomenon in the Nigerian education system, especially during major examinations like the UTME. However, the number of candidates affected in the 2024 UTME was relatively high compared to previous years.

JAMB has always encouraged candidates to check their email addresses and phone numbers regularly to receive updates on their examination status. This is because the board communicates rescheduling information to candidates through these channels.

In conclusion, the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) rescheduled the exams for 24,535 candidates who were affected by disruptions during the 2024 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME). The reasons for the disruptions varied from technical issues to unrests in some examination centers. The rescheduled examinations were conducted at various centers across the country to give affected candidates another opportunity to demonstrate their academic abilities. Candidates are encouraged to check their email addresses and phone numbers regularly for updates on their examination status.